Senior Software Test Engineer

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place.

Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.

Job Description:

The Software Test Engineer is part of the overall Platform and Application Software Development group, working closely with Architects, Product Management, Program Management, DevOps and Test engineers to deliver successful pursuit outcomes and ensure robust platform and applications.

Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Design test plans, procedures, scenarios, and scripts to accurately assess new products or software updates according to customer requirements and company policies.
• Develop testing protocol for various aspects, such as usability, database impact, error and bug finding, regression testing, and implementation scenarios.
• Identify, analyze and create detailed records of problems that appear during testing, such as software defects, bugs, functionality issues, and output errors, and work directly with software developers to find solutions and develop retesting procedures.
• Track problems, resolutions, and bug fixes throughout testing and create a comprehensive database of defects and successful mitigation techniques.
• Create detailed, step-by-step documentation of test procedures for each phase or project as needed to ensure replicability, compliance with standards, and growth of company knowledge base.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with test personnel, users, developers, and clients to facilitate quick resolution of problems and accurate documentation of successes.
• Provide frequent feedback to developers, including recommendations for improvements, evaluation of problems, potential solutions, and discussion of further test requirements.
• Design and implement automated testing tools when possible, and update tools as needed to ensure currency and accuracy.

The Individual

Skills and Experience:

• Must possess at least a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering and/or Computer Engineering/Science or equivalent.
• Prefer to have worked with systems and machines and develop software, come from systems software background OR should have kernel space/driver software development experience.
• Should possess at least 5 years of work experience as a hands-on software test engineer.
• Good knowledge of object-oriented design, micro-services architecture, systems architecture and understanding of software code.
• Good understanding of SDLC.
• Must have good experience of developing Test Plans, Test Cases and Test Reports.
• Good knowledge of testing .NET, C++ based desktop applications.
• Good knowledge of Manual Testing.
• Sound proficiency in Automated testing and creating automated test environments. Preferred to have worked in a simulated test environment.
• Proficiency in one or more test tools Selenium, Marathon or TestNG etc.
• Understanding and working experience with REST APIs.
• Good knowledge of testing software in a Windows environment.
• Good knowledge of SQL/No-SQL databases.
• Knowledge of Agile Methodologies, DevOps and continuous testing environment.
• Ability to work with multiple teams and projects at any given time.
• Ability to quickly learn complex systems and technology.
• Knowledge of open-source tool chains and technologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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Join us for a great career and competitive compensation & benefits whilst keeping the world a safer place.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Detection, Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (www.smithsdetection.com/careers)

We offer…

Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.